Instrumental Music Teacher - Elementary

Position: 2026/27 Instrumental Music Teacher - Elementary
The Carpinteria Unified School District, in partnership with the community and parents, believes that all students can learn and are capable of being successful in our diverse society. We are committed to providing a quality educational program in a caring, positive environment which promotes self-esteem and mutual respect. This will provide our students the necessary skills to be responsible citizens, to lead to happy, productive lives and to meet the exciting challenges of the 21st century.

Brief description of position As part of a teaching assignment, teaches one or more classes authorized by the Board of Education in subject areas of professional preparation and/or experience, to students in grades K-12, as appropriate, and assists in other school programs as assigned. Major duties and responsibilities

* Is aware of, and abides by, responsibilities of the position held through familiarization with State law, Board Policies, the District Teachers' Handbook, the local school handbook, position description and other information which is distributed through official channels (school mail, U.S. mail, faculty/District meetings, etc.).

* Teaches current content, concepts, skills and attitudes pertinent to, and inherent in, subject area of class/course authorized by the Board of Education to students, utilizing the Course of Study adopted by the Board of Education and effective methods and media.

* Instructs students in citizenship, basic communication skills and other general elements of the Course of Study, as specified in State law, Board Policies, Regulations and Procedures of the District and school, in order that students will develop and maintain an appreciation of and respect for one another, the learning opportunities available in the school, and the society.

* Develops and maintains a balanced program of instruction which is based on and is carried out through written behavioral objectives (goals, objectives, evaluation), and a variety of student activities geared for optimum learning and which are compatible with the basic instructional philosophy of the District. So organizes class time and media to provide for the accomplishment of instructions, demonstration, student activities and follow-up activities within the allotted class time and resources.

* Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying skills, intellectual abilities, attitudes and cultural backgrounds as well as to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects are being worked on simultaneously. Provides programs for students achieving at various levels in accordance with past performance/potential.

* Evaluates and keeps each student informed concerning performance, knowledge, grasp of concepts and growth in skills and attitudes in relationship to the course objectives and to the level of the subject being taught and assesses each individual's contribution to a group project or goal. Prepares progress reports as per local School Rules and Regulations.

* Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to promote an orderly, productive learning environment suited to the type of class structure including: regular class sessions, laboratory or studio sessions, individual or group activities, physical activities, student performances, and field trips.

* Develops and maintains a teaching environment (interest centers, models, bulletin boards and displays including books and similar material) which motivates learning of subject material in course taught.

* Evaluates, recommends, requisitions and maintains inventory records of equipment, instructional media and books which are designed to achieve instructional goals which are appropriate to the ability, interest and maturity levels of students.

* Maintains a comfortable learning environment by control of equipment, materials, storage, lighting, heating and ventilation to the extent possible.

* Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the District and in self-selected professional growth activities. Engages in experiences related to…